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8 Races in Exotic Places
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From massive mountains and tough terrain to tropical island escapes, these eight events aren't your normal, everyday races. Pack your bags, go off the grid, and test your endurance in a unique, exotic location.
Kilimanjaro Marathon
March 2, 2014 - Tanzania
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Gear up for an unforgettable experience. Run the marathon, half marathon or 5K at the foot of Mt. Kilimanjaro, the tallest mountain in Africa and the highest free-standing mountain in the world. Local villagers will cheer you on as you pass farms, forests, villages and coffee plantations in Moshi in Tanzania.
Titans Race
March 29, 2014 - Orocovis, Puerto Rico
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Are you ready for the ultimate endurance challenge? The Titans Race is a 10-mile mud run with 20 extreme obstacles in Toro Verde Adventure Park. Race finishers will receive a T-shirt, medal and refreshments at the post-race party.
North Shore Marathon
April 6, 2014 - Oahu, Hawaii
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Listen to the crashing waves and run along the beautiful beaches at the fourth annual North Shore Marathon. The course starts and ends in Haleiwa, and after the race runners can enjoy a plate lunch and live entertainment.
Jake's Off-Road Triathlon 2014
April 12, 2014 - Treasure Beach, Jamaica
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This off-road triathlon includes a 350-meter swim, 25K bike ride and 7K run in the backcountry Jamaica. Participate as an individual, pair up with a friend, or tackle the race with a relay team. Race proceeds benefit the Treasure Beach Foundation, and all registered participants will receive a T-shirt and pre-race dinner.
Jamaica Reggae Ride
April 25, 2014 - Montego Bay, Jamaica
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Whether you're a novice rider or a seasoned cyclist, jet set to Jamaica for this epic three-day, 175-mile ride. Cyclists ride past beautiful beaches and coconut and banana plantations along the coast.
Easter Island Marathon
June 1, 2014 - Easter Island, Rapa Nui
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Escape civilization and run this marathon on Easter Island in the Pacific Ocean. Participants will run past historic statues, known as moa, created by early Rapa Nui inhabitants. Participants will receive a race T-shirt and windbreaker.
Maui Gran Fondo
August 16, 2014 - Kula, Hawaii
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Want to ride a century race in paradise? Experience breathtaking ocean and mountain views at the Maui Gran Fondo. This event is not for the faint of heart; cyclists ride this hard, hilly course around Haleakala in the heat. The 95-mile course is mostly at sea level, but the race finishes with a three thousand-foot climb in Keokea.
Ironman 70.3 Lanzarote
September 19, 2014 - Lanzarote, Spain
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Elite athletes run, bike, and swim on the Atlantic coast of Spain at this Ironman event. Experience unforgettable coastal views as spectators cheer you on from start to finish.